Swim tests are required for new participants only! Returning Encinitas Junior Guards participants do not have to take the swim test. New participants are given a swim test to determine that they possess the minimum skills needed to safely benefit from the program. First-time participants must register for a swim test date and time prior to the beginning of your Junior Lifeguards session.We encourage parents to work with their children on their swimming skills before the beginning of the program to ensure that their children can pass the swim test with confidence.For a list of what is covered in the swim test, visit EncinitasJG.com.